Make Economic Growth the Number One Priority, Business Group Urges Swinney The CBI Scotland's five point plan to "fire up" Scotland's economy is a stark reminder of the country's public finances ticking time bomb.
With a near £5 billion budget black hole looming by the end of the decade, John Swinney's government has been put on notice: economic growth must be the top priority.
The business group's warning is not just about numbers; it's about a sense of urgency that's palpable in every sector.